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Lindsey B.

Palos Heights, IL

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$15/hr
I'm a senior at Alan B. Shepard High School and next year I will be attending Illinois State University's Nursing program. I'm a dedicated worker and I've been employed as lifeguard and crew-leader (CPR certified) at the Palos Pool as well as Sales Associate at Abercrombie & Fitch in Orland Park. At the Palos Pool I also worked...
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Zoe V.

Palos Heights, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am Zoe, I have been a nannying and babysitting since I was 16 years old. I usually babysit for families in my neighborhood or the families that I teach swim lessons too, however, I would love to find a long-term family to babysit for. I was a lifeguard the last two summers, so I am CPR certified and I love to keep the kids off...
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Elise S.

Elise :)

Palos Heights, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Elise, I am a 19-year-old college student home for the summer and I was hoping to find a babysitting job in my area! I am from Palos Heights. I have my license and own a vehicle. I am also CPR certified in adults, young children, and infants. I am more than willing to stay overnight if the event should...
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Kelsey M.

Part Time Babysitter Available

Palos Heights, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Kelsey. I am 28 years old. I have had years of babysitting experience from my sister, nieces, jobs I have had through care. com, and now my own child. I was with one family through care. com for about 5 years, and I have also been with another family for before school care, and after school care. I have my own...
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Samella S.

Palos Heights, IL

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$26/hr
1 year experience
Nurturing children and supporting families is truly my passion. I'm motivated by the opportunity to be a positive influence, someone who brings joy and a sense of security to each child's day. I have one year of experience caring for children aged 1-11, and I'm comfortable with up to three children. My approach is patient,...
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Jennifer H.

Palos Heights, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Oldest sister of two younger, helped babysit and look after them, aunts/uncles children, neighbors growing up. Continued in high school, babysat for two-3 different teacher's children, and also helped local families. Volunteered in college at Hope House in Milwaukee and helped with two autistic children due to chemical exposure,...
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Emmeline B.

Excited Sitter And Nanny

La Grange, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Emmeline, and I would love to help take care of your family. I graduated from Fordham University in 2023 where I earned dual Bachelors of Science degrees in Psychology and Spanish Language & Literature. I am located on the border of Buck Town and Wicker Park in Chicago, IL. I have several years of child care...

Care Member says "Emmeline was so excellent with my 14 month old. She was happy and engaged all day and was great at verbalizing for her. Would hire again in a...

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Taylor S.

Burbank, IL

4.2(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, Im Taylor. I have been working with children since I was a child myself. In high school I took an advanced early childhood education course where I was able to lesson plan for the preschool we had in our high school. After graduating high school I went on to become a teacher's assistant in the toddler room at the local...

Care Member says "Taylor is so sweet and patient. I have a hard time leaving my kids with anyone and always leave with comfort knowing my kids are in good hands with...

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Jayla L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience
Travel
Hi I'm Jayla. I'm 21-year-old part time child provider with several years of experience, such as babysitting the children of friends and family. I've also worked at a daycare as an assistant. I can provide homework help ( math is my specialty) and fulfill transportation needs to after school events or activities. I am also...

Essence J. says "Jayla was a blessing in disguise she made sure when we got home the house was tidy the kids were tucked away. Jayla was well over exceptional!"

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Rachel C.

Full-Time Caregiver

Lemont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
I will be finishing my masters program in May and graduating with my Education Specialist degree in School Psychology. I start my position at a K-5 elementary school in the fall and I am looking for a full-time nannying job for this summer (2023). I have been providing child care both as needed and in full time positions since I...

Karen F. says "Rachel is a GREAT pet/house-sitter!!! We trust her with our 4 dogs and our home. We know they are in very capable & loving hands when we leave them with...

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Maria F.

Part Time Nanny/babysitter

Blue Island, IL

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Maria, I am 24 and hoping to be your next caregiver! I live in the Blue Island area and am currently a preschool teacher assistant in the oak lawn area. Additionally, I have 5+ years of nannying and daycare/childcare experience. I am currently in school working towards becoming an art teacher :) I am bilingual...

Victoria R. says "We are new to look for a sitter on this site and replies to our mess are important for our search. Maria is dependable and prompt with responding to...

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Cassie J.

Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.

Alsip, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.

Anne M. says "Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly...

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Cameece B.

Part-Time Babysitter

Harvey, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Children are my passion! I have always been nurturing and quick to help anyone. I am working towards my goals of having my own facility which will include 24hr childcare, tutoring services for all ages, preschool, after school programs, and much more! I currently work with a second chance program for high school students who...

Arthur P. says "Cameece was a wonderful babysitter who worked for us while me and why wife worked. We felt confident in her watching our children and always knew they...

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Rose B.

Part-Time Professional Babysitter In Chicagoland

Oak Lawn, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello all! I moved to Oak Lawn, IL in August 2021 to start school at Midwestern University for my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I have worked the past 5 years as a professional nanny, and the last 10 in childcare. I am experienced with all ages and multiples. I am looking for babysitting jobs on weeknights and weekends. I...

Dawn S. says "Wonderful girl and kids love her."

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Paulina J.

Orland Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Dear Families, My name is Paulina and I am mom of two. I have been a nanny/baby sitter and giving care to children for about 18 years and I enjoyed every minute of it. Babysitting became part of my life now. I live in Orland Park. I do have experience with children as young as infants to school age. I feel comfortable with kids...

Michelle C. says "Paulina is very dependable and flexible. She is bilingual in polish & English"

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Kailey M.

Fun Sitter

Lemont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello my name is kailey, I live in Lemont. I love kids I always have, Ive been watching my younger cousins since I was young enough to have a babysitter myself!! For a little while I babysat a 2-year-old full time Mon-Fri 7-1. Loved her! They don t need me anymore but still ask me to watch her for date nights & little things...

Leann D. says "We interviewed Kailey to watch our newborn daughter. She was very energetic and kind. Kailey also had wonderful references. I'm sure she will be a great...

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Janayah A.

Nanny/Babysitter

Justice, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Janayah, and I absolutely love kids! I have 6 years of experience babysitting my many cousins, ranging from newborns to high schoolers. I also have experience tutoring young kids and high school students, so I'm willing to help with remote or e-learning. I do have my own car, so transportation is not an issue, and...

Jacqueline C. says "Janayah is a sweet and caring person. Great communication, timely, and attentive between interview and on-site training day. My twins liked her as...

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Amanda K.

Oak Lawn, IL

4.7(1)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I am currently a nursing student, my goal is to specialize in pediatrics, children are my passion it's who I want to be around for the rest of my life, I have many years of babysitting experience ranging from newborns to school age children. I am a very energetic and outgoing babysitter, I plan activities and always make sure...

Patricia L. says "Amanda worked with our family for a couple of weeks. She was great with our boys. Scheduling was an issue so we parted ways."

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Jenna J.

Changing The World One Smile At A Time :)

Homer Glen, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm a college student at ISU, preparing to become an Elementary Education teacher. I am from Homer Glen, but I live in Normal. I have worked in after school programs and have been a Counselor & Coordinator at a summer camp for the past two years. Working with children and showing them the ways of the world has always been...
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Mahin K.

Tinley Park, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hi there! I have a Master's in Mental Health Counseling and have taken coursework to specialize in working with teens. I have always enjoyed babysitting pre-adolescents and adolescents, including tutoring them. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I'm organized, very good at multi-tasking, and I pick...
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  • 60 after school babysitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.83/hr as of May 2026

Recent after school babysitter reviews from local parents in Palos Heights, IL

After School Babysitters in Palos Heights, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed after school babysitters

Emmeline B.

Emmeline was so excellent with my 14 month old. She was happy and engaged all day and was great at verbalizing for her. Would hire again in...

- Care member

Taylor S.

Taylor is so sweet and patient. I have a hard time leaving my kids with anyone and always leave with comfort knowing my kids are in good...

- Care member

Jayla L.

Jayla was a blessing in disguise she made sure when we got home the house was tidy the kids were tucked away. Jayla was well over...

- Essence J.

FAQs for finding an after school babysitter near you in Palos Heights, IL

You can review 6 after school babysitter profiles near you in Palos Heights, IL to get an idea of what types of babysitting services sitters in your area offer. For example, some after school babysitters may be comfortable picking up your children from school or cooking dinner for your family while your children do their homework at the kitchen table.

The average hourly rate for after school babysitters near you in Palos Heights, IL is $17.83. It’s worth noting that these rates can vary depending on years of experience and how many children you have, amongst other factors.

If you need after school care for your children, you can hire a babysitter who you can rely on to pick up your children from school or to meet them at your house when they get home from school. You can search for after school babysitters near you in Palos Heights, IL on babysitting websites like Care.com.

Whether you work in the home or out of the home, you likely need care for your children for a few hours after school while you wrap up your work day. This is when hiring an after school babysitter near you in Palos Heights, IL can really come in handy.

We ask all after school babysitters on Care.com to complete an annual background check known as a CareCheck. If an after school babysitter completes a CareCheck, they have a badge on their profile that notes the date the background check was run. We strongly recommend you do your own due diligence to ensure you feel comfortable with the after school babysitter you hire by interviewing them, asking for references, and running an independent background check before you hire a sitter near you in Palos Heights, IL.

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